The application for a utility model in South Korea is limited to "new technical solutions that are suitable for practical use based on the shape, structure, or combination of the product. South Korea is a member of the Paris Convention and PCT Treaty, so Chinese applicants can directly apply for a utility model in South Korea based on their national priority or designate and enter the national phase in South Korea through the PCT pathway. From October 1, 2006, invention and utility model applications can be converted into each other.

1、 Required documents for applying for a Korean utility model patent:

(1) The names, addresses, and nationalities of the applicant and inventor, and if the applicant is a legal entity, the name of the legal representative should also be included;

(2) The power of attorney signed by the applicant (the original power of attorney must be provided, signed by the applicant or the applicant's legal representative, and does not require notarization);

(3) Abstract, specification, and claims (Korean application documents must be submitted at the time of application);

(4) Attached image

(5) The priority proof material (requesting priority) should indicate the priority number and priority date, and submit the priority proof document.

2、 Review process:

1. Examination system: Starting from October 1, 2006, utility model patent applications were modified from a non examination authorization system to a substantive examination authorization system. Utility model patents are only examined when an examination request is made within three years from the application date.

2. Publicity: The utility model application submitted by the applicant shall be published after 18 months from the date of application or priority. The applicant must submit a request for substantive examination within 3 years from the date of application,

3. Publication: After passing the actual examination, authorization registration can be carried out, and the utility model patent specification can be published. Within 3 months from the date of publication of the patent authorization, anyone can raise an objection to the authorized patent.

4. Protection period: The protection period of a utility model patent right is 10 years from the date of application (or international application date).